by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Lancaster Bible College worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Lancaster Bible College is ranked #2,201 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #89 of 168 for value.
These Lancaster Bible College majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Youth Ministry | #5 of 16 |
| Pastoral Studies/Counseling | #6 of 20 |
| Pastoral Counseling & Specialized Ministries | #9 of 27 |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | #9 of 27 |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | #26 of 45 |
| Biblical Studies | #26 of 45 |
| Theology & Religious Vocations | #38 of 94 |
| Business Administration / Management | #164 of 266 |
| Interior Design Management | #164 of 266 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education & Teaching | #204 of 252 |
Read the full Lancaster Bible College value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Lancaster Bible College is ranked #109 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #89 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Lancaster Bible College financial aid page to be sure.
Lancaster Bible College is ranked #2,201 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Lancaster Bible College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Lancaster Bible College costs about $28,618. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $114,473 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $43,940 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $25,480 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $28,618 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $114,473 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Lancaster Bible College net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Lancaster Bible College degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $175,760 | — | — |
| All Students | $114,473 | #2,201 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $101,920 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $175,760 | — | — |
| All Students | $114,473 | #89 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $101,920 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Lancaster Bible College shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $18,652 |
| $30K–$48K | $16,948 |
| $48K–$75K | $19,100 |
| $75K–$110K | $24,474 |
| Over $110K | $27,820 |
About 83% of Lancaster Bible College undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $12,376 per year. Get more details on the Lancaster Bible College financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Lancaster Bible College net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.